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Cyclone Nisha leaves destruction in Tamil Nadu and Chennai; 86 people dead
UPDATE: 3:53pm PST - November 28thThe death toll has now risen to 86 as flood waters have hit several small communities hard, leaving thousands homeless." Though cyclone Nisha crossed the coast near Karaikal in the... Cyclone Nisha to hit chennai
"Metrological Department have sounded alert in coastal areas of Tamil Nadu as cyclone Nisha may hit the region by afternoon." California Fires Prompt Air Quality Warnings In Los Angeles
The California wildfires have prompted air quality warnings by health officials due to the amount of smoke lingering in the air. Outdoor activity is not advised unless absolutely necessary, especially for those... 503 views | 0 comments | 2 recommendations
How to Head and Devein Fresh, Local Shrimp
Before I came to the South Carolina Lowcountry, I’d eaten plenty of shrimp. Or so I’d thought. It wasn’t until I tasted the shrimp harvested right here in these temperate waters that I’d realized what I’d... 97 views | 2 comments | 12 recommendations
U.S. Requires Ships to Cut Speed for Whales
Whales are to be more protected in their habitat, as the US government has ruled that large commercial ships that travel in coastal waters that are populated by right whales, an endangered species, must slow down.The...China issues orange alert for typhoon Jangmi
This year is going to be in history books for climatic extreams and related death and destruction.The fury of nature affected every part of globe , there is one thing that is different in each case is just...Ecuador's Correa claims poll win
"They say it was backed by at least two-thirds of voters. Left-wing President Rafael Correa hailed an "historic win". He has said the new constitution will help bring about a more just society and tackle instability in Ecuador. It will enable him to run for two new,... Biden, Obama helped keep 'Bridge to Nowhere' alive
"By Drew Griffin and Kathleen JohnstonCNN Special Investigations UnitDEWEY BEACH, Delaware (CNN) -- Although Democratic vice presidential candidate Joe Biden routinely mocks his Republican counterpart, Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, for her onetime support of the infamous "Bridge... Democrats to let offshore drilling ban expire
It was decided today that the House Democrats will now allow a drilling ban to expire, meaning oil can now be drilled off the Atlantic and Pacific coasts starting next week.This could be very hazardous for the...Coast Guarding in Louisiana 2008
"Wednesday, September 17, 2008 Coast Guarding in Louisiana 2008 " Last July, the wetlands flyover tour was co-sponsored by the state, the America's Wetland Foundation and the National Guard. The intention? To give... Houston - Galveston Update: President George Bush Pays a Visit
President George Bush has today paid a visit to Houston and then Galveston, where he walked around on foot in the disaster area and went on an aerial tour. President Bush speaking in Houston urged people to... 2862 views | 11 comments | 48 recommendations
Churches attacked in coastal Karnataka
"In what appears to be a planned series of attacks on church-goers in different districts of the state, separate groups of miscreants unleashed violence on churches in Udupi, Mangalore and Chikmagalur on Sunday morning.Around ten prayer centres in Mangalore were vandalised,...Houston's post-Ike supplies coming, officials say
"HOUSTON, Texas (CNN) -- Federal supplies of food and water will be available to Houstonians affected by Hurricane Ike on Monday, an official said Sunday after Houston's mayor voiced concern about the aid. ...Texans endure sleepless night as Ike roars ashore
"A massive Hurricane Ike menaced the darkened Texas coast early Saturday, ensuring a sleepless night for thousands who huddled and waited to find out if a gamble to face the storm head-on could cost them their lives.Before the eye even crossed land, the first bands were...Hurricane Ike in Gulf of Mexico, headed for Texas
Thousands of people have fled the coastal areas of the United States today as Hurricane Ike continues to gather strength on its way to Texas.One of our staff members has been evacuated and he is currently staying at...
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